What makes you try harder each day? Lots of things make me smile, but one in particular lightens my heart…when I catch a peek of my children playing and giggling together. That makes my heart smile. I also have a really big smile when I have a surprise in store for someone, or when looking through my wedding photos while holding my husband’s hand. I feel that I am truly blessed and smile knowing God is always watching over me.

Describe the perfect day for you...Living in Arkansas, we enjoy different dates for all seasons. For winter, we start by bundling in our favorite blanket, roasting marshmallows and singing. In spring, it doesn’t get dark until later so we dress up for dinner and stroll downtown Spa City listening to music. When you live on a lake, summer is best with a sunset cruise and romantic dinner. In fall, a hike up the mountain with a beautiful view is perfect.

How do you make a difference each day?Knowing how to relax is vital for ensuring your health and well-being. Pausing, a couple of times a day for 20 minutes to breathe deeply and relax your mind and body may lower your risk of death, heart attack and stroke by nearly half. Relaxation is precious to me. I like a massage or a ride on the lake at sunset. Sometimes all I need is snuggling in bed with my sweet children.

Describe your most treasured item in your home?I love being a mother, wife, Christian, author and advocate for “You’re the Cure” with the American Heart Association. Growing up my family enjoyed singing, public speaking and volunteering. Unfortunately, they were dying of heart disease! Being a competitive athlete, team work and dedication gave me the determination to share this cause. At 11, both grandparents died from Heart Disease in their 60’s. This tragedy ignited a fire in me! My style is #fierce.

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